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85
Scores are assigned on a 100-point scale and reflect a wine's overall quality, but don't consider price.
80 to 84 good
85 to 89 very good
90 to 94 excellent
95 to 100 outstanding
Better than previous vintage. Ripe cherry fruit, rhubarb pie and clove aromas set in a mid-weight, soft frame. Mild, dry tannin, with some alcohol warmth and cran-rhubarb on the finish. Moderate length. LCBO 669101
- Price:
- $12.55
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Pinot Noir
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- California
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